1961 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Project - Red/Red - Complete Car - NO RESERVE

  • Condition: Used
  • Make: Ford
  • Model: Thunderbird
  • Type: Convertible
  • Trim: Convertible
  • Year: 1961
  • Mileage: 100,000
  • VIN: 1Y73Z150162
  • Color: Red
  • Engine size: 390 V8
  • Number of cylinders: 8
  • Power options: Power Windows, Power Seats
  • Fuel: Gasoline
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Drive type: RWD
  • Interior color: Red
  • Options: Convertible
  • Vehicle Title: Clear
  • Interested? Contact seller!

1961 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Description

At a NO RESERVE, starting price of $2500, this complete project car is going for less than most hardtop projects are priced at.
All Bidders: PLEASE read all details before bidding - be prepared to make a cash payment and take physical possession of this car by April 10th. Clean Title in Hand.
1961 Thunderbird Convertible. Owned since 1988, has been in dry storage for at least 35 years. Original Red on Red, no A/C, PS, PW, Auto, 390 4bbl V8
After parting out dozens of cars, the best sheet metal available needed to finish this car was put aside for this project. Nice Package Tray,Trunk lid and correct hood installed. Windshield in safe storage. Passenger compartment floors solid and original - have been painted with POR-15 and new padding, carpet installed.
Frame is solid - Trunk floor needs rust repair, lip where flip lid lays needs to be repaired - patch panels (pictured) from parts car goes with the project car.
Bumpers, Hood, Flip Lid, Top Frame, Skirts, Air Cleaner, All Trim, all Convertible electric and mechanical internal parts (Flip Lid Mechanism, Top Pump, solenoids, switches etc), Two extra solid doors provided with car. This is a complete project car. Fenders, Doors, Trunk lid, flip lid, hood and package tray have been stripped in preparation for body work
Car ran and drove when parked before body work started. Should be gone over mechanically completely (brakes, carb, etc.) to put it back on the road.
We strongly encourage any prospective buyer to call and set an appointment to review the car prior to any purchase. Sight unseen bids are welcome, but ask any pertinent questions early and prior to bidding as this vehicle is being sold As-Is - Seller can be reached by phone or text at 610-509-4613.
Available _separately_ from this car and auction are several truckloads of spare parts from dozens of T-Birds - hardtops and convertibles from 30 years of collecting parts. A photo gallery of the parts collection can be seen by texting the seller at the above number.
Vehicle MUST BE transported prior to April 10th. Any necessary pickup date beyond that time, please call prior to bidding to find any agreeable arrangement. The property where this vehicle is located is changing ownership.
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